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About University of Nebraska-Lincoln

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University of Nebraska-Lincoln is a public research university in Lincoln, NE, known for its big ten research university, high acceptance rate, and engineering and business focus. With an acceptance rate of 79%, NU is accessible for most qualified applicants, typically enrolling around 4,640 students each year. NU is test optional; students who submit scores are typically admitted with SATs between 1098–1330, though many competitive applicants choose not to submit. NU offers merit scholarships regardless of financial need, with awards averaging $8,481 per year; the sticker price of $43,164 may look very different from what your family actually pays.

Admissions

University of Nebraska-Lincoln acceptance rate and admitted student profile

accessible for most qualified applicants

79%
Overall Accept Rate
3.50
Typical Admitted GPA
1214
Median Admitted SAT
SATSubmitted score range: 1098 – 1330 (test optional)

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Application Strategy

Strategy tips for applying to University of Nebraska-Lincoln

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Application Strategy
Nebraska offers direct admission to specific colleges like the College of Business and the College of Engineering, so research whether your intended major has a direct admit pathway and list it clearly on your application to take advantage of that streamlined process.
Financial Aid — High Impact
Nebraska's most competitive merit scholarships, including the Regent's Scholarship, require you to apply by December 1, so submit your application well before the general deadline to be considered for the highest award levels.

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Financial Aid & Cost

What University of Nebraska-Lincoln actually costs your family

Average net prices by income bracket from College Scorecard data.

Family IncomeSticker PriceEst. Net Cost / yr
0-30k~$43k/yr$12.8k
30k-48k~$43k/yr$13.1k
48k-75k~$43k/yr$14.7k
75k-110k~$43k/yr$19.0k
110k+~$43k/yr$22.3k

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Outcomes & Campus

Student outcomes and campus profile

66%
6-Year Graduation Rate
$48k
Median Earnings (6 yrs)
16:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
18,453
Undergrad Enrollment
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